ICF is a global consulting and technology services provider, renowned for delivering impactful solutions to complex challenges across various sectors, including government, energy, environment, and public health. With a strong commitment to innovation, ICF is at the forefront of digital transformation, helping clients navigate the ever-evolving technological landscape. Joining ICF offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of digital modernization for federal clients. You will work with a team of talented professionals, contribute to mission-critical projects, and have the chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing organization.
We are looking for a Senior Solutions Architect who will lead the solutioning for large and complex federal proposals and provide technical reviews of engagements. You will be responsible for defining the total solution (people, process, and tools) that meets the customer's needs and aligns with our capabilities. You will work closely with program managers, capture managers, proposal managers, technical writers, and subject matter experts to create compelling and compliant solutions.
This role will be based in the Washington DC area. It is a hybrid position with a minimum of 2 days per week in the Reston, VA office.
What You’ll Be Responsible For:
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Conduct quarterly technical reviews of engagements to ensure alignment with the defined solution, identify areas for improvement, and innovation.
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Analyze solicitation requirements and develop a solution architecture that addresses the technical and staffing aspects of the proposal, focusing on the total solution.
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Lead the development of solution artifacts, such as white papers, Concept of Operations Graphics (CONOPS), architecture diagrams, technical volumes, and staffing plans.
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Collaborate with the capture manager, proposal manager, and other stakeholders to ensure the solution aligns with the win strategy, themes, and discriminators.
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Develop and present solutions to senior leadership at ICF and customers, ensuring clarity, compliance, and alignment with customer needs.
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Author, review and provide feedback on proposal content, ensuring it is clear, concise, and compliant with the solicitation.
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Stay updated on the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in the federal market and the solution domain.
What You Must Have:
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15 or more years of experience in technical roles, using cloud service offerings (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and Low-Code platforms, in multi-cloud/multi-technology environments.
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10 or more years of experience in delivering technical services for federal contracts, preferably in the domains of cloud, data analytics, or digital transformation.
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5 or more years of experience leading the solutioning efforts for complex federal proposals, with a $25M floor, and contributing to winning proposals.
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Bachelor's degree in computer science or other IT or Engineering-related fields.
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Due to federal contracts, this role requires that you be a US Citizen.
What We’d Like You to Have:
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One or more certifications in Cloud Architecture (AWS, Azure, Google) are strongly preferred. Additional certifications are also highly desirable.
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Strong knowledge of the proposal development lifecycle and evaluation criteria, with a focus on creating compelling and compliant solutions.
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Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
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Ability to work under tight deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
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ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
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Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$187,793.00 - $319,248.00
Reston, VA (VA30)
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What We Do
ICF is a global advisory and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees in industries across the public and private sectors. For over 50 years, we’ve been helping clients take on some of the world’s most complex challenges to produce exceptional results. Our work is the catalyst to help shape the future for all.
Beyond our purpose-driven work, we invest in our employees and their experience with us. We have numerous options for healthcare and many additional benefits, including immediate access to 401k retirement matching and pet insurance. Our Employee Community Networks help members find support, belonging, and growth by enhancing internal networks and professional development. We offer paid volunteer time and match your donations. As learning is a never-ending journey, we offer tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, communities of practice to contribute to and grow from, and memberships to LinkedIn Learning and Coursera. We aim to consider every aspect of how to invest in people so they can belong, grow, and thrive with us.
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